Nicasio (knee) remains unsure of whether he'll have surgery to repair bone chips and inflammation in his right knee or wait until after the season for the procedure, Greg Johns of MLB.com reports.

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Nicasio (knee) was slated to get a second opinion on his inflamed right knee Monday, Greg Johns of...

Aug. 21, 2018

Nicasio (knee) was slated to get a second opinion on his inflamed right knee Monday, Greg Johns of MLB.com reports.

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Nicasio (knee), who went on the disabled list Friday, doesn't have a firm timetable for return,...

Aug. 4, 2018

Nicasio (knee), who went on the disabled list Friday, doesn't have a firm timetable for return, Greg Johns of MLB.com reports. "I don't know," Servais said of a potential return. "Juan is frustrated. He hasn't felt good and wants to make it right. I certainly think he could come back and impact this year down the stretch, but I don't know."

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Nicasio was placed on the 10-day disabled list Friday due to right knee inflammation, Greg Johns of...

Aug. 3, 2018

Nicasio was placed on the 10-day disabled list Friday due to right knee inflammation, Greg Johns of MLB.com reports.

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Nicasio (1-5) allowed an earned run on one hit -- a game-winning solo home run -- in an...

Jul. 28, 2018

Nicasio (1-5) allowed an earned run on one hit -- a game-winning solo home run -- in an extra-inning loss to the Angels on Friday. He also recorded a strikeout.

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Nicasio picked up his first save of 2018, needing just seven pitches in a perfect 10th inning in...

Jun. 28, 2018

Nicasio picked up his first save of 2018, needing just seven pitches in a perfect 10th inning in Thursday's 4-2 win over the Orioles.

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Nicasio, who was activated from the disabled list Monday, notched his 15th hold by firing a...

Jun. 21, 2018

Nicasio, who was activated from the disabled list Monday, notched his 15th hold by firing a scoreless inning in which he recorded a strikeout during a loss to the Yankees on Wednesday.

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Nicasio (knee) was activated from the disabled list Monday.

Jun. 18, 2018

Nicasio (knee) was activated from the disabled list Monday.

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Juan Nicasio, Chris Herrmann Activated From Disabled List Monday

Jun. 18, 2018

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Seattle Mariners relief pitcher Juan Nicasio (knee) and catcher Chris Hermann (oblique) were activated from the disabled list on Monday. In a corresponding move, the Mariners sent pitcher Rob Whalen and catcher David Freitas down to Triple-A Tacoma. Herrmann will take his place as Mike Zunino's primary backup, but fantasy value may eventually lie with Nicasio in deeper leagues. His ERA stands at an ugly 5.34, but the reliever does own an outstanding 37/2 strikeout-to-walk ratio in 28 2/3 innings pitched. That said, he should be left on the waiver until he proves himself a reliable option in the Mariners bullpen.

Nicasio (knee) will travel with the Mariners to New York and will be activated from the 10-day...

Jun. 17, 2018

Nicasio (knee) will travel with the Mariners to New York and will be activated from the 10-day disabled list ahead of Tuesday's series opener against the Yankees, Greg Johns of MLB.com reports.

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Nicasio (knee) threw successful live batting practice Saturday and could be activated from the...

Nicasio (knee) will toss a bullpen session this weekend in hopes of returning from the DL next...

Jun. 13, 2018

Nicasio (knee) will toss a bullpen session this weekend in hopes of returning from the DL next week, Corey Brock of The Athletic reports.

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Nicasio (knee) played catch Monday and recently received a cortisone shot after experiencing...

Jun. 11, 2018

Nicasio (knee) played catch Monday and recently received a cortisone shot after experiencing swelling in his right knee, Rob Shore of MLB.com reports. "The doctor is going to look at him today and see where he goes from there," Servais said. "But he's doing much better, I just met with him a little while ago. He's upbeat."

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Nicasio was placed on the 10-day disabled list Friday with a knee injury, Ryan Divish of The...

Jun. 8, 2018

Nicasio was placed on the 10-day disabled list Friday with a knee injury, Ryan Divish of The Seattle Times reports.

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Juan Nicasio Placed on 10-Day Disabled List

Jun. 8, 2018

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Seattle Mariners relief pitcher Juan Nicasio (knee) has been placed on the 10-day disabled list on Friday. Nicasio was roughed up his last outing on Wednesday, so this injury could've been part of the reason. Nicasio is posting a 5.34 ERA, but has a 37/2 K/BB ratio this season. Most fantasy owners can find better options, because Nicasio is not likely worth hanging onto through the injury.

Nicasio (1-3) failed to record an out in Wednesday's loss to the Astros while allowing four runs...

Jun. 7, 2018

Nicasio (1-3) failed to record an out in Wednesday's loss to the Astros while allowing four runs (three earned) on four hits.

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Nicasio fired two perfect frames in an extra-innings win over the Twins on Saturday, recording five...

May. 27, 2018

Nicasio fired two perfect frames in an extra-innings win over the Twins on Saturday, recording five strikeouts.

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Nicasio was credited with his 14th hold in Wednesday's win over the Athletics, allowing a hit and...

May. 24, 2018

Nicasio was credited with his 14th hold in Wednesday's win over the Athletics, allowing a hit and recording a strikeout over a scoreless eighth inning.

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Nicasio grabbed his 13th hold with a perfect eighth inning in Friday's win over the Tigers.

May. 19, 2018

Nicasio grabbed his 13th hold with a perfect eighth inning in Friday's win over the Tigers.

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Nicasio (1-2) failed to record an out in a loss to the Tigers on Sunday, allowing an earned run on...

May. 14, 2018

Nicasio (1-2) failed to record an out in a loss to the Tigers on Sunday, allowing an earned run on three hits.

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Nicasio (1-1) allowed four earned runs on five hits over one-third of an inning in a loss to the...

May. 10, 2018

Nicasio (1-1) allowed four earned runs on five hits over one-third of an inning in a loss to the Blue Jays on Wednesday.

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Nicasio notched his 12th hold in a win over the Athletics on Thursday, allowing a hit and recording...

May. 4, 2018

Nicasio notched his 12th hold in a win over the Athletics on Thursday, allowing a hit and recording three strikeouts over a scoreless eighth inning.

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Nicasio notched his 11th hold in a win over the Athletics on Tuesday, firing a scoreless eighth...

May. 2, 2018

Nicasio notched his 11th hold in a win over the Athletics on Tuesday, firing a scoreless eighth inning in which he recorded two strikeouts.

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Nicasio notched his eighth hold with a perfect eighth inning in a win over the White Sox on...

Apr. 25, 2018

Nicasio notched his eighth hold with a perfect eighth inning in a win over the White Sox on Tuesday, recording a strikeout and throwing 14 of his 15 pitches for strikes.

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Nicasio (1-0) fired a scoreless eighth inning during which he allowed one hit in a win over the...

Apr. 21, 2018

Nicasio (1-0) fired a scoreless eighth inning during which he allowed one hit in a win over the Rangers on Friday.

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Nicasio was credited with his seventh hold in a 2-1 win over the Astros on Monday, firing a...

Apr. 17, 2018

Nicasio was credited with his seventh hold in a 2-1 win over the Astros on Monday, firing a scoreless eighth inning.

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Nicasio notched his fourth hold Saturday in the Mariners' 11-4 win over the Twins, firing 1.2...

Apr. 8, 2018

Nicasio notched his fourth hold Saturday in the Mariners' 11-4 win over the Twins, firing 1.2 scoreless innings in which he recorded two strikeouts.

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Nicasio earned his first hold with a scoreless eighth inning in Thursday's 2-1 win over the...

Mar. 30, 2018

Nicasio earned his first hold with a scoreless eighth inning in Thursday's 2-1 win over the Indians. He also recorded a strikeout.

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Nicasio fired a scoreless fifth inning in Sunday's 16-3 Cactus League loss to the Indians,...

Mar. 19, 2018

Nicasio fired a scoreless fifth inning in Sunday's 16-3 Cactus League loss to the Indians, recording two strikeouts.

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Nicasio has given up one run on three hits and one walk while striking out four in four innings...

Mar. 12, 2018

Nicasio has given up one run on three hits and one walk while striking out four in four innings thus far in spring training.

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Nicasio signed a two-year deal with the Mariners on Wednesday, Ken Rosenthal of FOXSports.com...

Dec. 13, 2017

Nicasio signed a two-year deal with the Mariners on Wednesday, Ken Rosenthal of FOXSports.com reports.

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Juan Nicasio Signs With Mariners

Dec. 13, 2017

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Free agent pitcher Juan Nicasio has signed a two-year deal with the Seattle Mariners, first reported by Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic. Earlier today, Jim Bowden said that the Mariners were "in the red zone" to acquire a free agent relief pitcher, though it is not entirely clear whether Nicasio is the guy. The 31-year-old right-hander led the National League in appearances in 2017, delivering a strong 2.61 ERA, 1.078 WHIP, and 72/20 K/BB ratio in 72 1/3 innings between the Pirates and Cardinals. He served as the primary closer in St. Louis down the stretch and will be in a battle with Edwin Diaz for the closer's role in Seattle.

Juan Nicasio Has Multiple Suitors

Dec. 13, 2017

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Free agent relief pitcher Juan Nicasio has been a hot name today and Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reports that the Mariners and Cardinals are "vying" for his services. Jim Bowden tweeted earlier that the Mariners were "in the red zone" for a reliever and that Nicasio is a "strongly rumored possibility," but it seems the Cardinals are making a play to keep the 31-year-old right-hander, who served as their primary closer down the stretch this past season. Nicasio led all National League relievers in appearances in 2017 while putting up a 2.61 ERA, 1.078 WHIP, and 72/20 K/BB ratio in 72 1/3 innings between Pittsburgh and St. Louis.

Juan Nicasio Linked With Mariners

Dec. 13, 2017

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Free agent reliever uan Nicasio is a "strongly rumored possibility" for the Mariners according to Jim Bowden of Sirius XM. Bowden says the Mariners are "in the red zone" to acquire a free agent relief pitcher, though it is not entirely clear whether Nicasio is the guy. The 31-year-old right-hander led the National League in appearances in 2017, delivering a strong 2.61 ERA, 1.078 WHIP, and 72/20 K/BB ratio in 72 1/3 innings between the Pirates and Cardinals. He served as the primary closer in St. Louis down the stretch.

Juan Nicasio On Mets Radar

Dec. 12, 2017

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Free-agent relief pitcher Juan Nicasio is being recruited by many teams, and Tyler Kepner of the New York Times reports that the New York Mets have shown interest in Nicasio. The Mets have been all over the relief market, so at this point it might be more helpful to list the names they are not considering. Nicasio would be a nice addition, depending on the price tag. The 31-year-old led the National League with 76 appearances this past season while posting a 2.61 ERA and 72/20 K/BB ratio over 72 1/3 innings. The Cardinals recently signed Luke Gregerson, but they could still be interested in bringing Nicasio back.

Juan Nicasio Likely to Be a Free Agent

Nov. 3, 2017

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St. Louis Cardinals relief pitcher Juan Nicasio is unlikely to re-sign with the Cardinals within the exclusive negotiating window. The two sides reportedly had some conversations, but nothing meaningful came out of them. Instead, Nicasio will become a free agent and could sign with any team. The Cardinals will reportedly still be interested in re-signing him, potentially as a closer option for 2018. Nicasio could have some nice fantasy value if he lands a ninth inning role somewhere this offseason.

Nicasio pitched a scoreless ninth inning to collect his sixth save of the season during Saturday's...

Sep. 30, 2017

Nicasio pitched a scoreless ninth inning to collect his sixth save of the season during Saturday's win over Milwaukee.

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Nicasio (4-5) was the winning pitcher against the Reds on Tuesday. He gave up a solo home run and...

Sep. 20, 2017

Nicasio (4-5) was the winning pitcher against the Reds on Tuesday. He gave up a solo home run and struck out one batter in 1.1 innings.

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Nicasio gave up a run on two hits in the ninth inning of Thursday's win over the Reds.

Sep. 14, 2017

Nicasio gave up a run on two hits in the ninth inning of Thursday's win over the Reds.

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Is Juan Nicasio the New Cardinals Closer?

Sep. 11, 2017

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St. Louis Cardinals relief pitcher Juan Nicasio picked up two saves over the weekend. He was just acquired a few days ago, but with the Cardinals bullpen in shambles most of the season, maybe the "new guy" was the answer they needed all along. Nicasio may end up serving as the team's closer for the rest of the regular season, but since he is ineligible for the playoffs roster, the Cardinals may want to use someone else in that role for the last week or so of the season. It'll be an interesting development to keep an eye on over the next few weeks.

Nicasio threw 1.1 scoreless innings Friday to record his third save of the season -- and first as a...

Sep. 9, 2017

Nicasio threw 1.1 scoreless innings Friday to record his third save of the season -- and first as a Cardinal -- in a 4-1 win over the Pirates.

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Nicasio was traded to the Cardinals in exchange for infielder Eliezer Alvarez on Wednesday.

Sep. 6, 2017

Nicasio was traded to the Cardinals in exchange for infielder Eliezer Alvarez on Wednesday.

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Juan Nicasio Traded to the St. Louis Cardinals

Sep. 6, 2017

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The Philadelphia Phillies traded pitcher Juan Nicasio to the St. Louis Cardinals on Wednesday. He'd just been claimed from the Pirates by the Phillies on waivers on August 31, and now he'll head to his third team of the season. Nicasio Is having a solid year, posting just a 3-5 record, but a strong 2.79 ERA. He strikes out about a batter per inning (8.95 K/9) and should help the Cardinals down the stretch as they try to catch up to the second wild card. Nicasio will not be eligible for the postseason roster, if the Cardinals make it that far.